EFL chief executive Shaun Harvey revealed goal-line technology will be used in the play-off semi-finals

It was due to come in next season but after an EGM last week it was decided to bring their plans forward.

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EFL chief executive Shaun Harvey said: “The introduction of Goal-line Technology is a significant step forward for Championship clubs and reflects the importance of the outcome of every single game in the division.

“We are extremely aware of the difficult decisions facing match officials and this will help PGMOL officials to make the right calls on goal-line incidents, even in the tightest of situations.

“Goal-line Technology has proven to be popular and effective in the Premier League as well as other mainstream sports.

“I am sure it will also become a welcome and useful addition to our broadcast coverage.

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“It has already proved successful elsewhere in our competitions and I’m confident it will have a similar positive impact week in, week out in the Sky Bet Championship, starting with this year’s Championship Play-Off Semi-Finals.”